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maidenhead

/ˈmeɪdənhed/ noun · British & US
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What does maidenhead mean?

noun

A maidenhead is the hymen of a virgin, or a place in Berkshire, England. It can also refer to a type of navigation system used in amateur radio.

Example

"The young woman was said to have retained her maidenhead until her wedding night."

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